The band chose their name based on an anti-materialistic mindset, deriving it from the novel of the same title. Initially assuming the novel conveyed anti-materialism, they later discovered it did not. Despite the misunderstanding, they kept the name, redefining it to represent a non-materialistic perspective and emphasizing that possessions won't matter at the Last Judgment. While they started as a Christian band, they have since moved away from that foundation and evolved their style. Guitarist Kyle Sipress stated in 2021 that they have not actively promoted themselves as a Christian band for a while. While most band members no longer identify as Christians, their focus remains on creating enjoyable music.
The band's journey began in 2005 when they played their first show with a fill-in bassist and just one guitarist. Soon after, Jeremy DePoyster joined as the rhythm guitarist, and bassist Andy Trick completed the lineup. They started playing local shows in Dayton and recorded their demo, titled "Patterns of a Horizon," later that year.
The band later signed with Rise Records and released their debut album, "Dear Love: A Beautiful Discord," in 2006. The album garnered attention and the band embarked on various tours.
They released their second album, "Plagues," on August 21, 2007. The singles "HTML Rulez D00d" and "Hey John, What's Your Name Again?" had music videos that aired on MTV and Fuse. "Plagues" surpassed the sales of their debut album, reaching No. 57 on the Billboard 200. The album was later re-released in 2008 with additional content. They recorded a cover of "Still Fly" for the compilation album "Punk Goes Crunk," citing Underoath and Still Remains as influences.
The band's third album, "With Roots Above and Branches Below," was released in 2009. It showcased a heavier and more epic sound while maintaining melodies. The album reached No. 11 on the Billboard 200. They continued to tour extensively, including participation in the Warped Tour and collaborations with bands like All That Remains and Killswitch Engage. In 2009, they were named Band of the Year by Alternative Press.
They released the EP "Zombie" on August 23, 2010 and followed it by going on their Back to the Roots Tour.
They released their fourth full-length studio album, "Dead Throne," on September 13, 2011, through Ferret Music. The album, described as their most emotional and well-written, peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard 200, selling over 32,000 copies in its first week. "Dead Throne" topped the Christian and Independent album charts and reached No. 3 on the Rock and Hard Rock album charts.
The band participated in the Mayhem Festival tour in 2012 and released a CD/DVD album titled "Dead and Alive" on June 26, 2012.
The band's fifth album, "8:18," was released in 2013. It featured a more melancholic sound and heavy contributions from guitarist Chris Rubey. They embarked on the Warped Tour and released the EP "Space" in 2015. The EP marked the addition of guitarist Kyle Sipress to the band.
On March 7, 2015, they re-signed with Rise Records. Shortly after, founding guitarist Chris Rubey departed and they announced their upcoming EP, "Space." They released a 7" vinyl titled "South of the City" on Record Store Day. They embarked on a tour to celebrate the five-year anniversary of "Zombie." The band introduced a new guitarist, Kyle Sipress, and released two songs from the "Space" EP, "Supernova" and "Alien." The EP was released on August 21, 2015. In 2016, drummer Daniel Williams left the band, and they released their album "Transit Blues" on October 7, 2016. They signed with Solid State Records in September 2018.
In 2019, The Devil Wears Prada welcomed Jonathan Gering and Giuseppe Capolupo as official members for their seventh studio album, "The Act," released in October 2019. They later saw the departure of bassist Andy Trick and the addition of Mason Nagy. The band released the EP "ZII" as a sequel to their previous EP "Zombie," featuring singles such as "Termination" and "Nightfall." Their eighth studio album, "Color Decay," was released in September 2022, featuring singles like "Time" and "Broken," with a deluxe edition released in May 2023.
Texas Is South
The Devil Wears Prada Lyrics
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All I ever do is wish things were different
This envy is destroying me and it is obvious
I'm looking to put a bullet into the tile floor
Mark this, I want to say something
We were blessed but now I wet my lips
The lust of the dress
The thought of her lips reverent smile
These letters I've wrote are shackled to my chest
Her tantalization
She is misconception
Good evening, miss
The lyrics to The Devil Wears Prada's song "Texas Is South" depict a sense of longing and envy. The first line, "Good evening, miss," introduces a dialogue between the singer and a woman who may be the object of his admiration. He expresses his desire for things to be different, indicating possible regrets in his life. The envy he feels is so strong that it is consuming him, and he talks about wanting to put a bullet into the tile floor, a metaphor for his frustration.
The singer seems to feel a strong attraction to the woman he is addressing through his lyrics. He mentions her dress and her beautiful smile, which he finds alluring. However, he also acknowledges that his feelings for her may be misguided. He refers to her as a "misconception," which could suggest that he is projecting his desires onto her rather than really seeing her for who she is.
Overall, the lyrics to "Texas Is South" are complex and thought-provoking. They speak to themes of longing, envy, and desire, and the interplay between these emotions. The singer's words suggest that he may be struggling with his own inadequacies and insecurities, but ultimately, he is still drawn to the object of his affections.
Line by Line Meaning
Good evening, miss
A greeting to a woman who is the subject of this song
All I ever do is wish things were different
The singer wishes for change in their life but cannot seem to make it happen
This envy is destroying me and it is obvious
The feeling of jealousy is causing harm to the singer both physically and emotionally
I'm looking to put a bullet into the tile floor
The singer is frustrated to the point of wanting to take destructive action
Mark this, I want to say something
The singer wants to make a bold statement or declaration
We were blessed but now I wet my lips
The singer may have had good fortune in the past but is now uncertain and apprehensive
And wait for them to dry
The singer is hesitant and unsure of what to say next
The lust of the dress
The singer is captivated by the physical attraction of the woman mentioned earlier
The thought of her lips reverent smile
The singer remembers the woman's smile with reverence and fondness
These letters I've wrote are shackled to my chest
The singer is burdened by their own writing, perhaps expressing feelings they cannot otherwise express
Her tantalization
The woman has an allure that tempts the singer
She is misconception
The singer is aware that their perception of the woman may not be entirely accurate
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDREW JEROME TRICK, CHRISTOPHER HENRY RUBEY, JAMES SELLECK BANEY, JEREMY ROBERT DEPOYSTER, LARRY DANIEL WILLIAMS, MICHAEL JAMES HRANICA
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Son of Man
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~Son of Man
P.S.
I ended up selling my soul for the salvation of humanity in December of 2019 due to a string of synchronicities that I am convinced was God talking to me.
I told Him I wanted to be the only soul left in Hell. To let everyone else go.
They labeled me schizophrenic because the Devil constantly talks to me now to remind me of our pact.
Hansol
oh yeah i remember this song in 2007!!
Charlie Alec
@Watson Corbin definitely, have been using instaflixxer for months myself :)
Watson Corbin
You probably dont care but if you are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch all the latest series on Instaflixxer. Been binge watching with my brother recently :)
Spiritualgeneration11
this song gets me hype as fuck and that part with the sword hitting each other omg pure ecstacy 😍
rondeau hall
Imagine seeing it live. The mosh was something else.
Darkss
this album and plagues are their best work in my opinion.
imlee888
Their only good work* plus the patterns of a horizon EP with better versions of these songs lol
Forget Number One
dead throne was their last worthwhile album. 8:18 had its moments, but after Chris and Dan left/got kicked, the band lost its identity.
Álife Souza
@DharmakayaEssence the 2 albums after roots were enjoyable but they went downhill after that
max8141
Lmao did you just try and say that anything but roots above is their best album? Lol.